Community Impact Grants

The United Way of Natrona County (UWNC) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in its service region by directing resources toward initiatives that promote community well-being. Through its Community Impact Grants, UWNC seeks to strengthen programs that address critical human service needs in Campbell and Converse Counties, Wyoming. This initiative aligns local donor contributions with high-priority areas to support lasting and measurable change within the community. The annual Community Impact Funding program offers grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations whose programs improve outcomes in Health, Education, or Financial Stability. Eligible programs must have been operational for at least one year prior to application and serve a documented need within Campbell or Converse County. The focus is on results-based funding—successful programs are expected to demonstrate clear outcomes tied to at least one of the core impact areas outlined by UWNC. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. Grantees are required to submit receipts, impact data, and narrative success stories on a quarterly basis to access their awarded funds. This ensures accountability and alignment with community investment expectations. Organizations must show measurable improvement through their services and align with the UWNC community investment matrix to be considered for funding. The application process is entirely online and must be completed within the designated application window. For the 2026 funding cycle, the grant portal will be open from January 12 to January 30. Applications submitted outside of this timeframe will not be considered. A volunteer-led Community Impact Committee will evaluate all submissions using a structured grading matrix, ensuring fairness and transparency in the review process. The program does not require a cost-share or matching component and does not support individuals. It is exclusively for nonprofit organizations serving Campbell and Converse Counties with a proven record of impact. Questions about the process may be directed to the official UWNC contact email. While award amounts and funding ceilings are not specified, applicants are encouraged to request amounts that reflect actual programmatic needs, accompanied by documentation and justification. This grant opportunity is issued annually each January. While the application cycle for 2026 will conclude on January 30, similar opportunities are expected to recur in subsequent years. Interested organizations should monitor UWNC's announcements for future cycles or prepare for the next anticipated round, expected in January 2027.